1. HTR 7.01 Discuss concepts of ethnicity, culture and race.
Tina Marie Hunt, RN, BSN, HOE

2. Individual uniqueness
We must respect the individuality of each person
Various factors influence:
Physical characteristics – gender, size, hair, nail, skin color
Family life
Socioeconomic status
Religious beliefs

3. Influences on Individual uniqueness
Geographical location
Education
Occupation
Life experiences

4. Culture
The values, beliefs, attitudes, languages, symbols, rituals, behaviors, & customs unique to a particular group of people.
Set of rules

5. Culture
Influences religion, health care and beliefs, food practices, relationships, education, spirituality, and social interactions
A foundation of behavior
May be different within a group

6. Culture All have 4 basic characteristics Culture is learned
Culture is shared
Culture is social
Culture is dynamic & changing

7. Ethnicity
A classification of people based on national origin and/orculture
Ethic groups share a common heritage, geographical location, social customs, language and beliefs.
Many different ethics exist in the U.S.

8. Common Ethnic groups
African American – Central & South African, Dominican Republic, Haiti, & Jamaica
Asian American – Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia & Pacific Island, Japan, Korea, Laos, Pakistan, Philippines, Samoa, and Vietnam

9. Common Ethnic groups
European American – England, France, Germany, Ireland, Poland, Russia, Scandinavia & Scotland
Hispanic American – Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Spanish-speaking countries in Central and South America

10. Common Ethnic groups
Middle Eastern/Arab American – Egypt, Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and other North African and Middle Eastern Countries
Native American – Over 500 tribes of American Indians and Eskimos

11. Race
A classification of people based on physical or biological characteristics such as the color of skin, eyes & hair; facial features, blood type and bone structure.
Used to label a group of people & explain patterns of behaviors
The values, beliefs & behaviors learned from the ethnic/cultural group

12. Cultural diversity
Differences based on cultural, ethnic, and racial factors
U.S.

13. Cultural assimilation
The absorption of many cultures into the dominant culture.
Requires new group to alter their unique beliefs and behaviors and adopt the ways of the dominant culture
Melting pot

14. Acculturation
The process of learning the beliefs and behaviors of a dominant culture and assuming some of the characteristics.

15. Sensitivity
The ability to recognize and appreciate the personal characteristics of others.
Essential for HC providers